Mariangela Allocca  © ECCO

The 12^th ECCO Ultrasound Workshop – Advanced, organised in collaboration with ESGAR and IBUS, took place during the 20^th Congress of ECCO in Berlin in February 2025 as part of ECCO's Educational Programme. The workshop was attended by 166 participants and brought together experts from various countries, facilitating valuable discussions on the latest advancements in intestinal ultrasound (IUS) for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).

Ultrasound and MRI Focus

Mariangela Allocca © ECCO

Uri Kopylov © ECCO

The 6^th ECCO Workshop on Imaging, a key part of ECCO's Educational Programme, took place during the 20^th Congress of ECCO in Berlin in February 2025. Due to high interest, two identical sessions were held on the same day, allowing more participants to take part in this hands-on learning course. We thank all the speakers and tutors, whose expertise and dedication contributed to the success of the event. This collaborative effort brought together leading gastroenterologists from ECCO and IBUS, along with radiologists from the European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology (ESGAR), providing a comprehensive overview of imaging modalities in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).

Glen Doherty © ECCO

The 23^rd ECCO IBD Intensive Course for Trainees took place on February 19, 2025, setting the scene for the 20^th ECCO Congress in Berlin. It may have been cold outside, but this did not dampen the enthusiasm of the participants or the engagement of the expert ECCO Faculty. A total of 100 participants from 36 countries were in attendance and this year we again welcomed participants not only from European ECCO Country Members but also from Latin America, Asia and Australia. As always, the programme was intensive, allowing participants to immerse themselves in a comprehensive update on IBD management.

Manuel Barreiro-de Acosta © ECCO

The 4^th ECCO Postgraduate Course in IBD was successfully held on-site during the 20^th ECCO Congress in Berlin in February 2025. The course was split into two sessions, with the first session, entitled “Prepare yourself with the experts”, focusing on common complications in IBD practice, which were presented by renowned speakers who are key opinion leaders in the field. The second session, entitled “Case-based discussion with IBD Experts”, was an interactive session with expert panelists, who discussed two vignettes that looked at practical assessment and decision making in the context of complicated Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis.

Manuel Barreiro-de Acosta © ECCO

We take great pleasure in announcing that, following a lapse of one year, the ECCO Educational Committee (EduCom) will once again be holding a series of ECCO Educational Workshops.

These workshops will take place on the following dates in the following cities:

• 74^th ECCO Workshop in Katowice, Poland – April 26, 2025

• 75^th ECCO Workshop in Tallinn, Estonia – June 6, 2025

• 76^th ECCO Workshop in Siófok, Hungary – June 12, 2025

• 77^th ECCO Workshop in Lima, Peru – August 29, 2025

• 78^th ECCO Workshop in Dubai, United Arab Emirates – September 20, 2025

Pascal Juillerat  © ECCO

Dear ECCO Members,

I'm excited to share some great news about our e-Learning platform. As we settle into the cozy winter season, I encourage you to explore the latest additions to the ECCO e-Learning platform.

You may recall our Spring e-Learning Tour video, which highlighted the platform's key features. If you haven't seen it yet, I invite you to watch it below.

Mariangela Allocca © ECCO

Uri Kopylov © ECCO

At the 2025 ECCO Congress, the educational programme will again include two workshops dedicated to the imaging of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). These workshops, organised in collaboration with the European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology (ESGAR) and the International Bowel Ultrasound (IBUS) group, aim to educate medical professionals in imaging techniques and their use in the accurate diagnosis and treatment monitoring of IBD patients.

The first workshop will focus on the fundamentals of endoscopy, intestinal ultrasound (IUS) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), while the second will explore recent advances in IUS. These educational opportunities are made possible by the significant collaboration between ECCO and experienced gastroenterologists and radiologists specialising in intestinal imaging.

Natalia Queiroz © ECCO

The 23rd ECCO IBD Intensive Course for Trainees, Berlin 2025

The 23^rd IBD Intensive Course for Trainees is scheduled for February 19, 2025, immediately before the start of the ECCO Congress in Berlin. This respected ECCO Educational Initiative has been a cornerstone of IBD education since its inception in 2003, predating even the ECCO Congress itself.

The course is designed to bridge the gaps often found in IBD education during gastroenterology fellowships. It offers advanced fellows a thorough and multidisciplinary exploration of IBD, helping them to deepen their expertise. Additionally, it serves as a vital platform for young clinicians from around the world to exchange knowledge, compare medical practices and build professional networks that can lead to future collaborations. Participation is by invitation, with nominations made by ECCO National Representatives.

Glen Doherty © ECCO

This summer saw the arrival of an additional novel way to participate in ECCO Education, the “Fast Facts in IBD 2024” Online Course. This live interactive online course took place on June 12, 2024 from 17:00 to 19:00 CEST. The course content was specially designed by EduCom for all gastroenterologists treating patients with IBD in their practice and was delivered in a format suited to virtual learning. 98 participants registered for this event (which was free of charge to all current ECCO Members).

Pascal Juillerat  © ECCO

Dear ECCO Members,

I am delighted to share some exciting updates regarding our e-Learning platform. As we embrace the vibrant seasons of spring and summer, I encourage you to take advantage of the latest content we have recently added to the e-Library, including the latest Abstracts and Presentations from the ECCO’24 Congress.